Portrait Society of Canada

The Portrait Society of Canada is a professional organization formed to foster and enhance an understanding of practice and techniques of Fine Art Portraiture and Sculpture.

The Portrait Society was founded in 2001 by a group of professional Portrait Artists in Toronto with the purpose of educating and communicating with the public on the traditions of Fine Art Portraiture and Sculpture.

The Society provides membership for Canadian and International Portrait Artists, Sculptors, and the general public.

All eligible artists dedicated to Fine Art Portraiture, Sculpture, and Digital Portraiture may apply to become members of the Portrait Society of Canada.

Since its founding, the Society has actively supported artists by promoting their work, attracting commissions, and showcasing contemporary portraiture through exhibitions, competitions, and commissions.

Each member will have access to an individual page exhibiting their work on the Society’s website.

The application portal is open once per year between February 1 and March 1.

Membership Categories

• Canadian Visual Artists and Sculptors (including Digital Artists)
• International Visual and Digital Artists
• Corporate / Galleries / Agents
• Support Member (Open to Public)

How to Apply (Mail or Email)

1. Complete the Membership Application Form.
2. Include an Artistic Statement and three samples of portrait work (Support Members excluded).
3. Enclose Initiation Fee of $200 CAD plus Annual Membership Fee.
4. Mail to:
   Portrait Society of Canada
   1057 Steeles Avenue West, P.O. Box 81665
   Toronto, Ontario, M2R3X1, Canada
5. Email submissions accepted: info@portraitsociety.ca

You may also apply online.

All membership renewals are due March 1 each year.

Applications are reviewed by the Membership Committee before March 6, 2026.

Successful applicants will be notified by email. Rejected applications will be returned with initiation and membership fees.

Payment Information

* One-time Initiation Fee: $200 CAD applies to all categories.

Membership and initiation fees are charged upon approval.

Membership renewal fees are automatically charged on March 1 each year.

Membership cancellation requires 60 days written notice before expiration.

Code of Ethics

Artistic Purity:
I will practice and promote the creative process of Fine Art Portraiture.

Respect and Encouragement:
I will respect fellow artists, avoid unjust criticism, and encourage artistic growth.

Honesty:
I will observe the highest standards of honesty in all creative and business practices.

Failure to adhere to the Code may result in revocation of membership by majority vote of the Board of Directors.

I acknowledge responsibility for membership fees and participation in Society activities.